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Explaining John Beilein's rise at Michigan, Tom Izzo's slide at Michigan State

A look at Texas A&M, the team Michigan will face in the Sweet 16 on Thursday in Los Angeles. Video by Ryan Ford, Detroit Free Press Wochit

LOS ANGELES — John Beilein guided his team to the Sweet 16 without the help of an NBA lottery pick. In the run-up to Michigan's game against Texas A&M on Thursday evening, the Wolverines' coach is sure to be lauded for the accomplishment.

You'll read stories about his coaching acumen, his player development, his offensive vision, and his ability to adapt. And he'll deserve every word of it.